What is a silicon controlled rectifier?

Converting alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC) may seem like an arcane corner of power electronics but it’s foundational in power supply units (PSUs) across industry, telecom, automotive and medical sectors. And at the heart of modern AC‑to‑DC conversion lies one semiconductor workhorse: the silicon controlled rectifier.

Which solar energy storage systems can benefit from Wolfspeed silicon carbide MOSFETs?

Solar photovoltaic and wind energy storage systems have multiple power stages that can benefit from Wolfspeed Silicon Carbide MOSFETs, Schottky diodes and power modules, including the Wolfspeed WolfPACK™ family of devices.

How are SCRs arranged in a power supply unit?

In a power supply unit, SCRs are arranged in a bridge or half‑wave configuration. During each AC cycle: Gate Trigger: At the desired point in the sine wave, a small gate pulse leads the SCR to conduct. Latch-On: The SCR conducts current for the remainder of the half‑cycle.

What is a large-scale energy storage system?

Larger industrial and utility-scale energy storage systems utilize massive battery storage systems that operate before the meter, storing enough power for large factories or entire utility grids. These large-scale ESS can also benefit from Wolfspeed Silicon Carbide in the buck/boost circuit.

Are SiC diodes a good solution for energy-conscious designers?

SiC) diodes have become favoured solutions for energy-conscious designers. Both technologies have allowed smaller die sizes in relation to key parameters such as MOSFET on-resistance and diode reverse voltage, e abling designers also to reduce circuit size and increase current density. As market adoption of these device technologies continues to gr